Association of Childhood Residential Environment and Family Socioeconomic Status With Physical Activity in Early Adulthood – A Population-Based Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1986 Study
Observational analysis reveals strong links between childhood family socioeconomic status and adult physical activity, suggesting implications for public health.
Key Points
Higher childhood family socioeconomic status is associated with increased physical activity in adulthood.
Participants from rural backgrounds showed a notable difference of 40.99 minutes in daily physical activity compared to urban counterparts.
Analysis utilized population-based cohort data from the Northern Finland Birth Cohort 1986 to examine these associations.
Findings highlight the importance of considering socioeconomic and environmental contexts during childhood for promoting active lifestyles.